NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE Serving Vancouver Island communities through education
2020/2021 VIEWBOOK
Notes:
Find yourself, here
We are here to answer your questions. Contact us to book an appointment or book one online: 1-800-715-0914 futurestudents@nic.bc.ca www.nic.bc.ca
FPO www.nic.bc.ca • 1-800-715-0914
CAMPBELL RIVER • COMOX VALLEY • PORT ALBERNI • PORT HARDY • UCLUELET
Culinary Arts Prep Cook certificate
START
LENGTH
TUITION
Varies
Culinary Business Operations diploma
Sept
Culinary Business Operations Advanced diploma
Sept
Must meet funding criteria WC NIC Culinary Arts program assessment. FoodSafe 6-28 wks/lvl $685-$2,399 WC Level 1 Eng 10 C or C+ (Comms 12, ESL-062 and ESL065), Math C (Principles 10, AW 10, Workplace 10, 12 months $5,294 Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, App 11, MAT-029),WC FoodSafe 1, NIC Culinary Arts assessment Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+; Math C (Principles 24 months $10,020 11, Pre-calculus 11, MAT-053, App 12) or Math C+ (FoundaWC tions 11, MAT-055), FoodSafe 1 14 weeks
Tuition-free
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Adventure Guiding certificate
Sept
1 year
$9,508
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C+ (Principles 10, Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, AW 11, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D Workplace 11, MAT-033); completed medical forms
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$2,927
Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or CWC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT-053, MAT-055)
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced diploma
Sept, Jan
2 years
$3,053/ avg per yr
Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or ESL092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT-053, MAT-055)
Tourism & Hospitality Management certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$3,125
Sept
2 years
1: $15,392 2: $6,905 3: $7,055
Cabinetmaker (Joiner) Apprenticeship
Varies
6 weeks
$585/lvl
Carpentry Apprenticeship Harmonized
Varies
7 wks/lvl
$683/lvl
DIGITAL Design + Development Advanced Digital Design & Development diploma
Sept
3 years
$9,255
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Communication Design diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Mobile Application Development certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,082
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Web & Mobile Application Development diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Web Design Fundamentals certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,082
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Fine Arts diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Professional Photography certificate
Sept
10 months
$8,246
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Fine Arts
Health Care Assistant certificate
Practical Nursing diploma
TBD
4 months
$10,555
Sept
4 years
CV: Aug, Oct, Jan CV: 7 mnths, PA: Sept PA: 1 year CR: Sept, Feb Sept
2 years
$15,882
$3,086
$11,093
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO portfolio of works; written statement Eng 11 C; portfolio of photography; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 300-word statement of expectations Portfolio of recent ceramic work; Visual Art & Design diploma with focus in ceramics; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 300-word letter of intent Gr 12 with Bio 12 or Anat & Physi or BIO-060/Bio-110 C+, Che 11 or CHE-051 C+; Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL095 C+; Math C+ (Principles 11, App 12, Pre-CalculusWC 11 CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO or Fndts 12 or MAT-053) Eng 11 C+; completed HCA Intake Package
CRCR PA PAPA MW MW MW UC UCUC DI CVCV CR DIDI WIL WIL WILDO DO DO WC WC WC CV
Gr 12 with Math 11 C (Foundations 11, Pre-calculus 11); Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+; Anatomy & Physiology 12 or Bio 12 or BIO-060 C min; BIO-159 C+ min; Declaration CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO WC WC CV of Eng. Lang. Competency; Requisite Skills & Abilities & Program Bulletin
Human Services Early Childhood Care & Education certificate
Sept
Early Childhood Care & Education diploma
Sept
Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant / Community Support
1 yr full-time part-time available 7 mns - 3 yrs, full-& parttime
$3,427 $2,366
Sept
1 year
Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant/ Community Support, Indigenous Focus
Sept
1 yr full-time; part-time available
$3,805
Human Services diploma
Sept
1 year
$3,595
Social Service diploma
$3,495
Sept
2 years
$7,198
Aboriginal Leadership certificate
TBD
1.5 years
$4,419 approx
Indigenous Language Fluency certificate
Sept
1 year
$8,553
Employment Transition
Sept, Jan
1 year
$118-$235/ course
Employment Transition Grounds & Custodial Assistant
Sept, Jan
7 weeks
$3,200
Practical Academics for the Workplace
Sept, Jan
No required completion time
$1,155
Workplace Professionalism: Skills for Employment Retention
Sept, Jan
1 year
$1,177 approx
Indigenous Education
Eng 12 C or ESL 092 and ESL-095 C+ or English CRCR PA PAPA MW MW MW UC UCUC DI CVCV CR DIDI WIL WIL WILDO DO DO WC WC CV assessment; Requisite Skills & Abilities documentWC
CR CR PA PA PA MW MW MW UC UC UC DI CV CV CR DIDI WIL WIL WIL DO DO DO WC WC WC CV
ECCE certificate
Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; WC HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; HSW Letter of Intent Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; HSW LetterWC of Intent Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate or Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate, Indigenous WC Focus or equivalent HS certificate Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Form; HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; 300-wordWC HSW Letter of Intent
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Inside Front Cover: Timelapse of stars above Kennedy Lake, Kennedy Lake Provincial Park between Port Alberni and Tofino. Tamas-V at iStock Pages 3 -4: Sea kayaking in the Southern Gulf Islands. solarisimages at iStock Pages 6 -7: Hiking Mount Arrowsmith near Nanaimo. edb3_16 at iStock
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Apps 11, Fndtns 11) or Math B (AW 11, Workplace 11, MAT-033, Principles WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D 11, Pre-Calculus 11); Adv Guiding: completed medical forms
Trades & Technical
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess. Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess. WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; WC WC instructor interview Identified executive functioning challenge; attend interview & assess. with instructional team WC Admission to Dept of Accessible Learning Program; cognitive or mental health disabilities; instructorWC WC interview Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; WC WC instructor interview
CR PA WC MWCVUC CRDI Campbell PA MW UC CV West CV DI WIL PAWILWC MW DO CV UC DI WIL PAWC MW DOCV Alberni UCCR DIPA WIL MWDOPort UC Hardy DI WIL CR CR PA UC Ucluelet DI WIL DO DO WC CV Comox WC WC DO Icons: Valley RiverCR Port CoastMW Online or distance
Study Abroad
Internship
Carpentry Foundation Harmonized certificate Electrician Apprenticeship Harmonized Electrician Foundation Harmonized Furniture Design and Joinery certificate Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Harmonized
Feb
24 weeks
$2,056
Varies
10 wks/lvl
$976/lvl
Sept, Feb
24 weeks
$2,056
Oct
36 weeks
$3,084
Varies
6-7 wks/lvl $585-$683
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12 or ESL-062 & ESL-065; Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029) Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 11 or Com 12 C+; Math 11 C+ (Principles, Foundations, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D Pre-Calculus, MAT-053, MAT-055) Eng 10 C or Com 12 C+; Math C (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11)
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Metal Fabricator Foundation Harmonized
Oct
23 weeks
$1,713
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Plumbing & Piping Trades Foundation Harmonized
Feb
24 weeks
$2,399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065), Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Plumbing Apprenticeship Training
Varies
6-8 wks/lvl $585-$780
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Welder Apprenticeship Harmonized
Continuous 8-16 wks entry /lvl
$781-$976
Welding Levels B & A
Continuous B: 16 wks entry A: 8 wks
B: $1,371 A: $685
Level B: Completion of Level C or Fndtn, min work-based hrs Level A: Completion of Level B, min work-based hrs WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Welder Foundation Harmonized certificate
Continuous entry
$2,399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 & ESL-065), Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Resource Trades
Accessible Learning Options
This publication was made possible with support from Lee Simmons at www.islandlifephotographics.ca Other photographers include: Kim Stallknecht at www.stallknecht.com, Jessie Savage at www.savagephotography.com Front Cover: Hiker on beach. Scott Bell at scottbellvisuals.com
Tourism & Hospitality Management diploma (Options: 1-Adventuring Guiding, 2-Hospitality or Sustainable Tourism)
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C (Applications 11, Fndtns 11) or Math B (AW 11, Workplace CR CV PA MW CR PA UC MW UC DO DI WIL DI WIL D WC CV11, WC MAT-033) or completion of Principles 11 or Pre-Calculus 11
Construction
Health Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Vancouver Island University degree
LOCATION
Tourism & Hospitality TBD
Professional Cook (Culinary Arts)
Professional Potter Advanced diploma
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CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO Co-op
Tuition amounts shown as approximates. Some programs have full and part time options. All efforts are made to ensure information accuracy. Please note information may change without notice. The most up-to-date program information, including full admission requirements and curriculum details are available at www.nic.bc.ca
Aquaculture Technician certificate
Jan
4 months
$3,661
Aquaculture Technician diploma
TBD
1 year
$3,661
Aquaculture Technician certificate or equivalent
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 & ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029) Eng 12 C or Eng C+ (ESL-092 & ESL-095), or ENG 104; Math 11 C (Princip 11, Pre-Calc 11, Apps 12, MAT-053) WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D or Math C+ (Fndtins 11, MAT-055)
Coastal Forest Worker certificate
Oct
4.5 months
$4,692
Coastal Forest Technology diploma
Oct
2 years
$13,189
Hatchery Operations certificate
TBD
4 months
TBD
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Shellfish Aquaculture Technician certificate
TBD
4 months
TBD
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S)
Oct
40 weeks
3084
Eng 11 or Com 12 C+ ; Math C+ (Principles 10, Applications 11, AW WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D 11, Workplace 11, Foundations 11, MAT-034)
Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized certificate
Oct
30 weeks
2399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12 or ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Heavy Duty Apprenticeship Training
Varies
Transportation
Heavy Mechanical Foundation
Oct
6-10 wks/lvl $393-$979 "6 weeks
$3,808
Applicants must be ITA registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
North Island College is honoured to acknowledge the traditional territories of the combined 35 First Nations of the Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka’wakw and Coast Salish traditions, on whose traditional and unceded territories the College’s campuses are situated.
Table of Contents Our Promise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
The NIC Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Indigenous Student Services . . . . . . .35
Find Yourself, Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Financial Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Find Your Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Explore NIC's Programs . . . . . . . . . . 7
How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Get Started in High School . . . . . . . . 31
Next Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Go Global . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Programs at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Work Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
All efforts are made to ensure information accuracy. Please note information may change without notice. The most up-to-date program information, including full admission requirements and curriculum details are available at www.nic.bc.ca
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Our Promise At North Island College, your success is at the centre of all we do. Our goal is to build strong foundations for success throughout our region – one student, one program and one community at a time.
NIC alumni say*
92%
that NIC's quality of instruction is high
90%
that they were wellprepared by NIC for further studies
NIC challenged me to think bigger, providing me with tools to help me get to where I am today. James Flawith Associate of Arts degree alumnus and 2018 Top 20 Under 40 Community Achievement Award recipient
*DACSO survey of former NIC Diploma, Associate Degree and Certificate students
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The NIC Experience
8,053 total number of students
120 programs and university pathways
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18% of students are international
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16% of students are indigenous
countries represented in our student body
18
average number of students per class
$534k in annual awards from NIC Foundation
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CAPE SCOTT PROVINCIAL PARK
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Find yourself, here
Mixalakwila campus
Port Hardy
Port McNeill
Explore the west coast • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Cathedral Grove Rainforest Horne Lake Caves BC’s oldest Provincial Park - Strathcona World-class hiking, mountain biking, and camping West Coast and Cape Scott Trails Skiing and snowboarding Spectacular waterfalls at Elk Falls, Englishman River and Della Falls Annual music and arts festivals Beautiful beaches and rivers Surfing on the west coast of the island Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve Hot Springs Cove in Tofino Whale watching for orca, humpbacks and grey whales Explore BC's capital city, Victoria
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Driving time Between campuses • • • •
Mixalakwila to Campbell River Campbell River to Comox Valley Comox Valley to Port Alberni Port Alberni to Ucluelet
2.5 hrs 45 mins 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs
Between communities • • • •
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Campbell River to Courtenay Courtenay to Nanaimo Nanaimo to Victoria Comox to Victoria
45 mins 1.5 hrs 1.5 hrs 3 hrs
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Average Climate Summer Winter
15° to 28° C -10° to 10° C
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West Vancouver Parksville
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Nanaimo
Tofino Tsawwassen
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Find your fit It’s OK if you’re not sure what you want to study. Use these pages as a guide to start exploring what might be a good fit for you.
Values and Passions What do you believe in? What ignites a fire in you? When you think about your future, what do you hope for? For example:
Achieve secure employment
Be a recognized expert in my field
Balance work life with personal life
Be intellectually challenged
Be creative and innovative in my work
Become a leader in my organization
Maximize my income
Travel for work
Feel that I am serving a cause or greater good
Run my own business
Connect with us Make an appointment with an NIC Student Recruiter-Advisor. They will work with you one-on-one to navigate programs and pathways and help you explore your options.
1-800-715-0914 futurestudents@nic.bc.ca
www.nic.bc.ca
Area of study colours Each area of study has its own unique colour. As you read through the viewbook, you will be able to see at a glance which programs belong to different areas of study by their colour coding.
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Arts & Sciences
Indigenous Education
Upgrading
DIGITAL Design + Development
Fine Art
Tourism & Hospitality
Health & Human Services
Accessible Learning
Office Administration
Continuing Education
Trades & Technical
School of Business
Interests and Talents What do you like to do in your spare time? What are your hobbies? What subjects do you want to explore? Think about things you’re naturally drawn to and find which program might be a good fit.
Work with your hands EXPLORE:
Work with technology/computers EXPLORE:
Culinary (page 28)
Business (page 16)
DIGITAL Design + Development (page 13)
Computer Information Systems (page 10)
Fine Art (page 14)
DIGITAL Design + Development (page 13)
Industrial Electronics & Automation (page 26) Trades & Technical (pages 25 & 27)
Be creative*
Engineering (page 10) Industrial Electronics & Automation (page 26) Office Administration (page 16)
EXPLORE:
Business Marketing (page 16) Culinary (page 28) DIGITAL Design + Development (page 13)
Analyze and solve problems* EXPLORE:
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (page 10)
Fine Art (page 14)
Business (page 16)
Trades & Technical (page 25 & 27)
Engineering (page 10)
Work outdoors EXPLORE:
Adventure Guiding (page 19) Trades & Technical (pages 25 & 27)
Care for and support others EXPLORE:
Early Childhood Care & Education (page 20)
Industrial Electronics & Automation (page 26) Math & Sciences (page 10) Trades & Technical (pages 25 & 27)
Learn about languages and culture EXPLORE:
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (page 10)
Health Care (page 22)
English & Modern Languages (page 10)
Human Services (page 20)
Indigenous Education (page 23) Tourism & Hospitality (page 18)
* Note that all programs will challenge you to be creative and analyze and solve problems. These suggestions speak to physical creativity and more analytical problem solving.
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Start your university degree with the NIC advantage
2 years Certificate
1 year
Diploma
2 years
Associate Degree
2 years
2 years
and many more across Canada and internationally
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Bachelor Degree
NIC staff welcome students to the Port Alberni campus on Orientation Day 2020/2021 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE VIEWBOOK
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Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Learn how to think, not what to think. With NIC’s arts, humanities and social sciences courses you’ll develop employable skills as you learn how to assess and adapt to change, analyze trends and solve complex problems. Programs
Courses
Associate of Arts degree Criminology diploma University Studies Flexible Pre-Major
Anthropology
Liberal Studies
Criminology
Philosophy
Chinese
Political Science
English
Psychology
French
Sociology
First Nations Studies
Spanish
Geography
Women's Studies
History
Writing
Math & Sciences Whether you see yourself working on high-level design, in a lab conducting experiments or solving problems on the workshop floor, you will leave NIC's STEM courses with a broad skill set and be ready to succeed. Programs
The NIC Advantage
Associate of Science degree
Seamless transferability Customized, flexible education plans
Engineering Foundations certificate
Dual and Guaranteed admission options to UVic and VIU
Computer Information Systems certificate
University classes capped at 36 students International field school opportunities, such as Greece and Croatia
Courses Biology
Information Technology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Computer Science
Physics
Engineering
Space, Science & Astronomy
Industrial Electronics & Automation see page 26 Upgrading see page 30
Applied research opportunities Learn from expert faculty including nuclear astrophysicists, marine biologists, anthropologists and criminologists.
We're here to help Talk to an NIC Student Recruiter-Advisor to explore programs and pathways: futurestudents@nic.bc.ca Courtyard in front of Discovery Hall Comox Valley campus
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NIC shaped me as a learner. It molded me into an academic who strives for excellence and questions the world we live in; it has been instrumental to my success. Sylva Falk NIC science student accepted into UBC's Northern Medical Program
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Tech @ NIC State of the art technology, one-on-one support Whether you’re interested in building, coding, network solutions, app development or web design, NIC has the expert faculty, facilities and equipment to launch your career in the tech industry.
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DIGITAL Design + Development Design
Development
Immerse yourself in communication design as you explore branding, typography, graphic design, user interface design and front-end web development.
Learn industry-standard programming languages and tools for developing effective websites, browser-based applications and mobile apps for Android and Apple devices.
Programs Mobile Application Development certificate Web Design Fundamentals certificate
The NIC Advantage Learn full-spectrum skills across the entire digital product landscape, from UX to iOs development
Advanced Digital Design and Development diploma
Study cutting-edge curriculum driven by an advisory committee of industry professionals
Communication Design diploma
Graduate employment-ready with a professional portfolio
Web & Mobile Application Development diploma
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Transfer to VIU Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design to Royal Roads University, Bachelor of Arts, Professional Communication
Web and Mobile Application Development diploma student Liam Quinn shows his final project to Nick Ward of The Update Company Programmable robotic arms in the Industrial Automation shop at NIC's Campbell River campus
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School of Fine Art Explore printmaking, video, painting, drawing, digital media, ceramics, photography and sculpture in our high-calibre studios. Programs Fine Arts diploma Professional Potter Advanced diploma
The NIC Advantage Transfer agreements with Emily Carr University of Art + Design, UVic, VIU and Alberta University of the Arts World-class facilities and studios Join a province-wide network of professional artists
Metal Jewellery Design certificate see page 29
Gain experience curating and participating in exhibitions
Screen printed postcards, t-shirts and a book by NIC Fine Art diploma graduate Meesh QX, displayed for sale at NIC’s Bookstores
Professional Photography Develop core professional photography skills and gain hands-on experience as you build an industry relevant portfolio that showcases your artistic talent and technical skills. Programs Professional Photography certificate
Top: NIC Fine Art students curate a public exhibition of their work in Shadbolt Studio, Comox Valley campus Left: Master Potter and NIC Pottery instructor Gordon Hutchens
The NIC Advantage Build a professional photography portfolio
Centre: Students work on life drawing in the Shadbolt Studio Right: Screen printing in NIC's print studio at Raven Hall
From shooting to editing, get experience working in various artistic styles while developing your own unique aesthetic Start your photography career or enhance your skills
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NIC School of Business Develop the confidence to succeed in business, build your network and gain experience locally and globally with work-integrated learning, study abroad and double-degree opportunities. Programs UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Business Administration certificate Business Administration diploma Bachelor of Business Administration degree • Accounting • General Management • Marketing POST GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Business Administration Post Degree diploma
I knew I wanted to go to law school, so I was looking for a degree that provided a lot of versatility. The business degree is so applicable to anything you’d want to do, and I know the skills I developed during my co-ops will help me in my future practice. Sheldon Falk NIC Bachelor of Business Administration General Management major graduate and UBC law student
The NIC Business Advantage Get your Bachelor of Business Administration at NIC
Network with North Island business leaders and NIC Business alumni
Study abroad and international internship opportunities Earn a double degree in France Complete your first year online NIC Business Degree alumna Heather Buchanan (right), congratulates NIC Business Grad Keisha Disher as being the 150th graduate of the NIC Bachelor of Business Administration program
Office Administration Start your career in office administration, then enhance your skills with professional specializations to take your career to the next level. The NIC Advantage Online delivery Flexible schedules Multiple start dates
Programs Office Assistant I certificate Administrative Assistant certificate
Work at your own pace Ladder into NIC's Business degree Supportive and accessible faculty
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Computer Accounting Assistant certificate Office Management certificate
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/OFFICE-ADMINISTRATION
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/BUSINESS
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Tourism & Hospitality Learn from industry leaders how to create spectacular experiences for visitors and guests. You’ll practice your skills by organizing events and taking part in paid work experiences locally and around the world. Programs UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
The NIC Advantage Local and international work-integrated learning opportunities, such as internships with Disney
Tourism & Hospitality Management certificate
Hands-on learning with special events and partnerships with local industry
Tourism & Hospitality Management diploma
Ladder into NIC's Business degree
• Hospitality • Sustainable Tourism • Adventure Guiding GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Field trips to internationally renowned tourism destinations
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced certificate Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced diploma
The certificate program and my instructors have given me a lot of motivation to think about what I can do within the industry … it’s opened up a lot of doors. The training I’ve received at NIC has been a big part of that. Zoe Speck Kwa'Lilas Hotel, Port Hardy
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Having the adventure guide training and experience has made me comfortable interacting with all kinds of people, and the certifications are still helping me to find work. Sabina Hamilton NIC Adventure Guiding graduate
Adventure Guiding Prepare to work as a guide in BC’s world-class adventure tourism sector. Develop field skills such as sea kayaking, river rafting, sailing, ski touring, mountaineering, interpretation, leadership, wilderness first aid, navigation and more. Programs
Certification can include:
Adventure Guiding certificate
• SKGABC-approved kayak leadership course & Assistant Overnight Guide assessment
Tourism & Hospitality Management diploma
• Recreational Canoeing Association of BC Lakewater Level 3 and Tripping Level 3
• Adventure Guiding
The NIC Advantage Choice of field skill specialties Earn internationally-recognized certifications Connect with and learn from experts in the industry
• Commercial Bear Viewing Association of BC (CBVABC) – Assistant Guide • Raven RSM – Swiftwater Rescue Technician • Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Level 1 & 2 • Avalanche Canada – Avalanche Skills Training 1 • British Columbia River Outfitters Association – Guide • Sail Canada Coastal Cruising Standard • VHF Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC-M)
Ecological and cultural awareness
• WorldHost Fundamentals
Indigenous partnerships and perspectives
• FoodSafe Level 1
Multi-day trips and expeditions
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/ADVENTURE-GUIDING
Adventure guiding students learn sea kayaking skills off the coast of Vancouver Island.
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Human Services Learn to provide support to children, adults and families in your community. Human Services Human services workers help people through work in the community support, educational assistance, social services and behavior interventionism.
Social Services Social services workers help individuals access services from agencies, including such as financial assistance, family support, mental health and other community-based programs.
Programs HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services certificate - Educational Assistant/ Community Support Human Services certificate - Educational Assistant/ Community Support, Indigenous Focus Human Services diploma
The program was fun but also very challenging. You’re learning how to walk alongside and support people who are experiencing different issues and situations that affect their lives. The instructors were very supportive and the practicums were rewarding and helpful in developing my skills and applying the theory and knowledge I was learning in class. Rudi-Lee Canil NIC Social Services diploma alumna
The NIC Advantage Community-based partnerships and research opportunities Workplace practicums to build your professional network Indigenous-informed curriculum Transfer opportunities to Bachelor's degrees in social work, education, and child/youth programs
SOCIAL SERVICES
Social Services diploma
Early Childhood Care & Education Become a qualified early childhood educator. Specialize your skills with a diploma in infant/toddler care and/or children who require extra support. Programs Early Childhood Care & Education certificate Early Childhood Care & Education diploma
The NIC Advantage Graduate employment ready and enter a high demand industry Qualify as an ECCE Assistant with select courses Transfer opportunities to continue learning with bachelor degrees such as UVic's Bachelor of Child and Youth Care
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The way that the courses are laid out, the instructors start you out with the basic philosophies of educating children, and the practicums helped so much. I had amazing mentors who really prepared me. The NIC training gives you the skills to work in the field in a really holistic way. Megan Edgar NIC ECCE diploma student
Early childhood educators make a difference in the lives of young children by providing quality care and education for healthy learning and development
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Health Care Connect with compassion and make a difference in the lives of others with NIC’s nationally recognized Indigenous health curriculum. Health Care Assistants
Programs
Provide individualized support for clients in their home, hospital or assisted living facilities.
Health Care Assistant certificate
Practical Nurses (LPNs)
Practical Nursing (LPN) diploma
Have a broad scope of practice and provide hands-on care in acute, complex or residential care or in-community settings.
Registered Nurses (RNs)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN) degree NCLEX-RN Exam BSN applications open October 1. The deadline to apply is mid-December.
Are leaders in the health care field, with their practice guided by a Code of Ethics and professional practice standards. From research to education to policy to clinical care, RNs lead the way in patient advocacy with a focus on public safety.
Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam
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NIC’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing students develop their practice in NIC’s simulation lab
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/HEALTH-HUMAN-SERVICES
Indigenous Education NIC works closely with regional Indigenous advisory committees and the Indigenous Education Council to develop programs and courses informed by Indigenous ways of knowing and being. Programs
Other Indigenous-focused programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing, see page 22
Aboriginal Leadership certificate
Human Services Certificate – Educational Assistant / Community Support, Indigenous Focus, see page 21
Indigenous Language Fluency certificate
Reconciliation is something all Canadians have a role in – both Indigenous and nonIndigenous. Indigenization of the academy, from a local Indigenous perspective, is a big part of reconciliation; the dialogues that occur between our students will lay the foundation for transforming relationships.
Awi-nakola Land-based Learning
Courses Kwak'wala Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations Studies
Sara Child NIC’s Indigenous Education facilitator
Indigenous Literatures in Canada
Essay Writing & Indigenous Perspectives
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/ABORIGINAL-EDUCATION
Kwak’wala students share stories in the K'ómoks Big House as part of their language course.
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I love learning the intricate techniques to build something by hand. You have to be so precise and also patient with the piece you're working on. Our instructor Stephen was so supportive. He holds us to a high standard, but also ensures we develop our skills so we can meet that standard. Katerina Boguslavsky Furniture Design and Joinery graduate
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Trades & Technical All NIC training programs follow the criteria set by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) to ensure your trade qualifications meet current industry standards. The NIC Advantage Harmonized curriculum allows for easy transferability Trades classes capped at 16 students New workshops at NIC’s Campbell River campus Industry-connected faculty Significant hands-on-experience
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Foundation programs combine apprenticeship Level 1 with theory, knowledge and skills needed for entry into a trade, without needing an employer sponsor. Aircraft Structures students working on an airplane wing
Programs CONSTRUCTION
Carpentry Furniture Design, Cabinetmaking/Joinery Electrical
Apprenticeship Levels Apprenticeship levels are the in-class portion of your apprenticeship training, following the criteria set by the Industry Training Authority (ITA), as you work toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) ticket.
Plumbing and Piping METAL WORK
Metal Fabrication Welding TRANSPORTATION
RED SEAL
Aircraft Structures Automotive Heavy Duty Mechanical
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/TRADES
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Industrial Electronics & Automation Have you ever watched How It’s Made and wondered how those machines work? With NIC’s Industrial Electronics programs you’ll learn about integrated control systems, logic controllers and robotics and apply your skills and knowledge to build and automate processes and machineries in a wide variety of industries. Programs Electronics Technician Core certificate (includes scholastic credit for Electrician Level 1)
Industrial Automation Technician diploma Industrial Automation students put the final touches on their year-end capstone project, which brings together all the skills they’ve learned throughout their program
The NIC Advantage Small class size allows for easy access to equipment Learn on the latest software, equipment and technology Opportunities to work on unique projects in collaboration with local businesses and industry Faculty have experience in a wide variety of major manufacturing industries Ladder into Electrician training Capstone project to demonstrate learning and skills to future employers
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Resource Trades With expert faculty in forestry and aquaculture, you'll gain the theoretical knowledge and practical training you need to start working in the field or to advance your skills to the next level. Aquaculture Programs
Coastal Forestry Programs
Learn essential skills to support aquatic food production for marine, freshwater and land-based systems.
Gain the skills and technical knowledge to become a valuable member of BC’s forest industry.
Aquaculture Technician certificate
Coastal Forest Worker certificate
Aquaculture Technician diploma
Coastal Forest Technology diploma
Hatchery Operations certificate Shellfish Aquaculture Technician certificate
The NIC Advantage
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NIC aquaculture grad Krystyna Podlasly started working on an aquaculture farm site after completing her program
Field trips to industry sites and work-integrated learning Industry-informed curriculum
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/TRADES
Strong industry collaboration and connections through faculty
Focus on sustainable practices and responsible resource use
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Culinary Turn your passion for food into a career in the culinary arts. Learn culinary theory from expert chefs and hone your skills in one of NIC’s fully equipped commercial kitchens. Programs Prep Cook certificate
RED SEAL
Professional Cook (Culinary Arts) Culinary Business Operations diploma Culinary Business Operations Advanced diploma
Brand new state-of-the-art teaching kitchen in Campbell River
Students gain hands-on learning at the NIC Bistro in Port Alberni and Campbell River Laddering opportunities to further your skills
Expert and dedicated faculty with diverse industry experience
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The NIC Advantage
Top: Chef Xavier Bauby demonstrates techniques to students in NIC’s new state-of-the-art culinary teaching kitchen in Campbell River Above: NIC students prepare and plate salads at the Sysco showcase
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Continuing Education Explore personal and professional development opportunities. Whether you want to start a new career or strengthen your skills, NIC’s Continuing Education and Training offers employer and industry recognized training to meet your career goals. Programs Activity Assistant certificate
Professional Development NIC's Continuing Education also offers professional development courses, including:
Animal Care Aide certificate
First Aid & CPR Training
Craft Brewing and Malting
FoodSafe
Hospital Unit Clerk certificate
Marine Training
Market Gardener
Continuing Education Courses
Metal Jewellery Design certificate
Find a complete list of continuing education and professional development courses currently available by visiting www.nic.bc.ca/continuing-education
Small Scale Sustainable Farming
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/CONTINUING-EDUCATION
Metal Jewellery Design certificate student Elizabeth Messer works on stone setting in the Metal Jewellery shop at NIC’s Campbell River campus
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Upgrading Prepare for post-secondary education or complete your high school diploma. I’m taking upgrading classes in science and math to prepare for the Engineering Foundations certificate. It’s helpful to learn in an adult setting and the instructors, like Kathy Heywood, made the material really accessible.
The NIC Advantage All courses up to grade 12 Tuition-free Flexible schedules Online and in-person options
Katie Tilley (centre) NIC upgrading student
Work at your own pace
Meet the admission requirements for programs at NIC or other institutions
Not sure where to start? Contact an NIC Educational Advisor to develop a personalized learning plan: questions@nic.bc.ca
Accessible Learning NIC offers a variety of study options to support individuals with diverse learning needs. Work with an agent who supports students with cognitive or developmental challenges to transition into the workplace. Visit www.nic.bc.ca/accessible-learning for more information. Programs
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Employment Transition
Practical Academics for the Workplace
Employment Transition/Kitchen Assistant
Workplace Professionalism: Skills for Employment Retention
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Get started in high school Start your degree, trades training or earn your certificate while still in high school with Dual Credit and Youth Train in Trades programs at NIC. Why consider dual credit?
Next steps:
Receive credit for both high school and college
Meet with your career counsellor in Grade 10 or 11
Dual credit courses may align with your high
Meet with an NIC Student Recruiter-Advisor to
school block schedule
Test drive college while getting support from your high school and NIC
Lighten your course load in your first year of post-secondary
explore course and program options
Work with your career counsellor to ensure you meet course or program requirements
Fill out the appropriate application forms and submit them to your career counsellor
Get a head start with trades training and begin your apprenticeship after you graduate
Complete an NIC certificate while in high school to start your career right after graduation
College tuition fees may be covered by your school district
I would highly recommend high school students look at Youth Train in Trades. It's an awesome opportunity to explore your interests and earn college credit while you're finishing high school. Kaleb Link Youth Train in Trades student
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Go global Travel the world while you study and earn credit. NIC offered study abroad opportunities in close to 50 countries, both short and long term. There is also financial support available to help you get international experience and take your learning to a new level. NIC Business student Georgia Rodgers took part in two international experiences while at NIC: a six-month internship at Disney World in Florida and a semester studying abroad in Germany. Georgia visited the Amalfi coast during her study abroad in Germany. Ask us about scholarships and bursaries available to students travelling internationally: www.nic.bc.ca/study-abroad
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Work local NIC offers a wide range of work-integrated learning through co-op and internship opportunities. Gain work experience during your program, build your network and work with mentors. Work-integrated learning opportunities help you determine what type of career or company you may be interested in after graduation. The Student Employment Services team is also available to help with: Career exploration
Participating in mock interviews, meeting employers and attending networking events such as NIC’s career fair is confidence boosting. It connects me to my future and reinforces my goals.
Connecting with employers Online job board Cover letter and resume preparation
Karissa-Anne Martin Bachelor of Business Administration degree student
Job searches Online profile development
Interview prep
NIC students connect with employers from across the region at the annual NIC Career Fair
Connect with us on social media or by email: www.facebook.com/nices studentemployment@nic.bc.ca
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Student Services Student Services provides a wide range of resources and supports to help you reach your goals. Whether you need help planning your education, securing funding or accessing support services, we’re here to help. We can help with
Supports & Resources
Educational and Financial Aid Advising
Counselling
Assessment Services
Accessible Learning Services
Admission and Registration
Library & Learning Commons
Student Employment Services
Student Technical Services
Did you know you can book appointments with NIC advisors and counsellors online? Visit www.nic.bc.ca
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(Jana Devito, Student Services advisor, works with a student in Port Alberni's Library & Learning Commons)
Indigenous Student Services We are committed to connecting with our Indigenous students, creating welcoming, safe spaces and holistic learning that incorporates Indigenous ways of knowing and being. We welcome students to access the supports and resources available to enhance their post-secondary experience. Explore your academics • Meet with an Indigenous Advisor to explore programs and pathways and create an educational plan that works for you • Learn about financial aid options (bursary and scholarship information)
Self-declare Indigenous ancestry We encourage you to declare your Indigenous ancestry. You can declare when you apply or after you become an NIC student. No proof of ancestry required.
Why Self-Identify?
• Get support with Band forms or Indigenous organization funding
• You are helping to identify how many Indigenous students attend NIC
• Participate in Aboriginal Scholars program
• Gain access to information on awards, scholarships and bursaries, as well as programs, supports, and services
Connect with culture • Visit with an Elder in Residence
• Gain access to Priority Admission on select Health and Human Services programs
• Join us for a cultural activity/event or luncheon • Relax between classes and meet other Indigenous students in our Indigenous Student lounges
Connect with a NIC Indigenous Advisor: indigenousadvising@nic.bc.ca
WWW.NIC.BC.CA/ABORIGINAL-EDUCATION
NIC’s Indigenous Scholar program has provided me connections to a wide variety of supports and services that I would not have known existed. My advisor pushed me to take on new challenges, both on and off campus. Chris Scarlatti, NIC business student
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Doing my first year at NIC let me save money on tuition by living at home while I figured out my career path. Mackenzie Moore University Studies student
Financial Support Meet with an NIC financial aid advisor to explore the types of funding available to you. Government student loans and grants
Funding for former youth in care
Apprenticeship funding
Funding for students with disabilities
Indigenous financial support
Help with budgeting and financial planning
We know your money matters. NIC is committed to being financially accessible while providing you an exceptional educational experience. For 10 university transfer courses, your tuition will be approximately $3,080 — that translates to saving over $10,000/year in tuition and housing costs by choosing NIC and staying at home.
$534,000 in annual funding Hundreds of awards Only one application needed Applications open in March: foundation.nic.bc.ca
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Student Life NIC isn’t just a college, it’s a community – a safe and welcoming place and space for you to thrive. There are lots of ways to get involved and connect with your fellow students, faculty and staff outside the classroom:
Campus Events • Orientation • Thrive Week • Recreation sports
Volunteer • Board of Governors • Education Council • North Island Students' Union (NISU)
Have an idea or want to know more? Contact us at studentlife@nic.bc.ca
Build your skills • On-campus employment • Student leadership team • Student employment services and career fairs
Stay connected • Set up your NIC email • Join the NIC Student Life Facebook group • Watch nic.bc.ca for events
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How to Apply Apply to NIC in four easy steps
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Select your program Go to www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses Choose the program you want to apply for and click Apply Now; this will direct you to the EducationPlannerBC website.
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EducationPlannerBC Click on Choose Sign Up for your Education Planner BC Account at the bottom of the page and create your profile. OR If you already have an account at educationplannerbc.ca, enter your username and password. Once your profile is complete, select North Island College from the list of institutions.
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Complete Application Program Selection
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Review & Submit
• Select New Applicant • Select the subject area • Select the program
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Pay the application fee of $25 Confirm your email address Confirm the information is true and correct Submit
You’ll receive confirmation of your application to NIC from EducationPlannerBC at the email address you’ve given to EducationPlannerBC. Please note that admissions to most programs are based on first applied, first qualified, first invited.
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Next Steps 1
Activate your NIC Email You’ll receive an email from NIC acknowledging your application and giving you your NIC email address and instructions on how to log into your myNIC account. Log in and activate your account. All communications from NIC will come to your NIC email. Visit library.nic.bc.ca/studenttech/Apps for help setting it up on your phone.
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Submit documents
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Register for courses
• Official transcripts • Other required admissions documents (such as a portfolio)
Once you've been invited to your program, you can: • Pay the tuition deposit • Book an appointment with an educational advisor to timetable your courses • Register for your courses
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Apply for financial aid
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Welcome!
Meet with an NIC financial aid advisor to discuss funding options for your education. Be sure to get your applications in by the deadlines!
Join us for orientation to kick off the new school year.
We're here to help You don’t need to have all the answers. Contact us to book an appointment, or book online: 1-800-715-0914 futurestudents@nic.bc.ca www.nic.bc.ca WWW.NIC.BC.CA/STUDENT-SERVICES/ADVISING
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2020/21 PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
LENGTH TUITION*
ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
LOCATION
University Transfer Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Associate of Science degree Transfers to any BC university as a 2-year block of credit
Sept, Jan
2 years
$308/ course
Computer Information Systems certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$4,470
Electronics Technician Core certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,085
Engineering Foundations certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,493
Grade 12, including Physics 12 C+, Chemistry 12 C+, Pre-Calculus 12 B, and Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095WC C+ CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Industrial Automation Technician diploma
Sept
1 year
$3,085
Completion of the Electronics Core Technician program or WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO equivalent
Associate of Arts degree Transfers to any BC university as a 2-year block of credit
Sept, Jan
2 years
$308/ course
Criminology diploma
Sept, Jan
2 years
$6,170
No formal admission requirements, however, courses have WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO specific prerequisites Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C (Principles 11, Applications 12, Foundations 11, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Pre-Calculus 11, MAT-053, MAT-055)
Sept, Jan
1-2 years $308/course
No formal admission requirements, however, courses have WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO specific prerequisites
Sept, Jan
1-2 years $308/course
No formal admission requirements, however, courses have WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO specific prerequisites
Bachelor of Business Administration degree, General Management, Accounting, or Marketing
Sept, Jan
4 years
$12,340
Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C+ (Foundations 11 or MAT-055) or Math WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO C (Principles 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053)
Business Administration certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$3,085
Business Administration diploma
Sept, Jan
2 years
$6,170
Business Administration post degree diploma General Management, International Management, Marketing, Accounting & Finance, or Human Resource Management
Sept, Jan
1 year
$3,187
3 yr Bachelor's degree; Math C+ (Foundations 11 or MAT-055) or Math C (Principles 11, Pre-Calculus 11,WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Applications 12, MAT-053)
Business Administration post degree diploma Global Business Management
Sept, Jan
2 years
$6,315
3 yr Bachelor's degree; Math C+ (Foundations 11 or MAT-055) or WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Math C (Principles 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053)
Business Administration post degree diploma Pre-Professional Accountant
Sept, Jan
2 years
$5,625
3 yr Bachelor's degree; Math C+ (Foundations 11 or MAT-055) or WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Math C (Principles 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053)
Administrative Assistant certificate
Varies by course
1 year
$1,387
Office Assistant 1 certificate; keyboarding 40 wpm
Computing Accounting Assistant certificate
Varies by course
1 year
$1,545
Office Assistant 1 certificate; keyboarding 40 wpm
Office Assistant 1 certificate
Varies by course
1 year
$1,698
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math 10 C (AW 10, Workplace 10, Essentials 10, Fndtns 10, MAT-033) Eng 12 C+; Math C+ (Foundations 11) or Math C (Principles 11, PreCalculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053); 2 yr office or business work experience; letter of reference from a supervisor OR Office Asst I certificate and one of: Admin Asst, Computing Acctng Asst, Legal Admin Asst, Medical Office Asst; plus letter of reference from a supervisor including NIC Office Mgmnt skills checklist
No formal admission requirements, however, courses have WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO specific prerequisites Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C+ (Pre-Calculus 11, MAT-053) or Math C (Foundations WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 12, Apprenticeship 12, Pre-Calculus 12, MAT-060) Eng 11 or Com 12 C+; Math C+ (Principles 11, Applications 12, Foundations 11, Pre-Calculus 11, MAT-053, MAT-055) WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Humanities & Social Science
English & Modern Languages Flexible Pre-Major (anthropology, biology, economics, English, sociology) University Studies University Studies Choose from over 20 subject areas
Business
Eng 12 C+, Math C+ (Foundations 11 or MAT-055) or Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO (Principles 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053) Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C+ (Foundations 11 or MAT-055) or Math C (Principles WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053)
Office Administration
Office Management certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$3,085
Activity Assistant certificate
Sept
4 months, part-time
$2,695
Animal Care Aide certificate
Oct
8 months, part-time
$2,380
Hospital Unit Clerk certificate
Sept
9 months, part-time
$4,754
Metal Jewellery Design certificate
Jan
8 months
$5,858
Adult Basic Education: All levels up to Grade 12
Sept-May
Varies
Tuition-Free
Education advisor meeting, possible assessment WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
BC Adult Graduation diploma
Sept-June
Varies
Tuition-Free
No admission requirements; students must apply to their chosen programs and meet eligibility requirements WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Continuing Education Health Care Assistant certificate or Home Support/Resident WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Care certificate or equivalent Eng 11 C, Math C (Principles 11, Applications 11, Intro 11, AW 11, Workplace 11, Foundations 11, Trades 11 Consumer 11, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO MAT-053, or MAT-055) Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+; Math C (Principles 10, AW 10, Workplace 10, Foundations & Pre-calculus 10, AppWC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 10, MAT-029), Keyboarding 50 wpm with 3 errors or less Eng 10 C, min age 18
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Upgrading
*All tuition amounts shown are approximate.
†Schedules and course information are posted online.
‡RSA: Requisite Skills and Abilities
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Culinary Arts Prep Cook certificate
START
LENGTH
TUITION
Varies
Culinary Business Operations diploma
Sept
Culinary Business Operations Advanced diploma
Sept
Must meet funding criteria WC NIC Culinary Arts program assessment. FoodSafe 6-28 wks/lvl $685-$2,399 WC Level 1 Eng 10 C or C+ (Comms 12, ESL-062 and ESL065), Math C (Principles 10, AW 10, Workplace 10, 12 months $5,294 Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, App 11, MAT-029),WC FoodSafe 1, NIC Culinary Arts assessment Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+; Math C (Principles 24 months $10,020 11, Pre-calculus 11, MAT-053, App 12) or Math C+ (FoundaWC tions 11, MAT-055), FoodSafe 1 14 weeks
Tuition-free
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Adventure Guiding certificate
Sept
1 year
$9,508
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C+ (Principles 10, Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, AW 11, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D Workplace 11, MAT-033); completed medical forms
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$2,927
Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or CWC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT-053, MAT-055)
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced diploma
Sept, Jan
2 years
$3,053/ avg per yr
Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or ESL092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT-053, MAT-055)
Tourism & Hospitality Management certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$3,125
Sept
2 years
1: $15,392 2: $6,905 3: $7,055
Cabinetmaker (Joiner) Apprenticeship
Varies
6 weeks
$585/lvl
Carpentry Apprenticeship Harmonized
Varies
7 wks/lvl
$683/lvl
DIGITAL Design + Development Advanced Digital Design & Development diploma
Sept
3 years
$9,255
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Communication Design diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Mobile Application Development certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,082
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Web & Mobile Application Development diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Web Design Fundamentals certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,082
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Fine Arts diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Professional Photography certificate
Sept
10 months
$8,246
WC WC WC WC WC
CV CV CV CV CV
CR CR CR CR CR
PA PA PA PA PA
MW MW MW MW MW
UC UC UC UC UC
DI DI DI DI DI
WIL WIL WIL WIL WIL
DO DO DO DO DO
Fine Arts
Health Care Assistant certificate
Practical Nursing diploma
TBD
4 months
$10,555
Sept
4 years
CV: Aug, Oct, Jan CV: 7 mnths, PA: Sept PA: 1 year CR: Sept, Feb Sept
2 years
$15,882
$3,086
$11,093
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO portfolio of works; written statement Eng 11 C; portfolio of photography; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 300-word statement of expectations Portfolio of recent ceramic work; Visual Art & Design diploma with focus in ceramics; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 300-word letter of intent Gr 12 with Bio 12 or Anat & Physi or BIO-060/Bio-110 C+, Che 11 or CHE-051 C+; Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL095 C+; Math C+ (Principles 11, App 12, Pre-CalculusWC 11 CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO or Fndts 12 or MAT-053) Eng 11 C+; completed HCA Intake Package
CRCR PA PAPA MW MW MW UC UCUC DI CVCV CR DIDI WIL WIL WILDO DO DO WC WC WC CV
Gr 12 with Math 11 C (Foundations 11, Pre-calculus 11); Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+; Anatomy & Physiology 12 or Bio 12 or BIO-060 C min; BIO-159 C+ min; Declaration CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO WC WC CV of Eng. Lang. Competency; Requisite Skills & Abilities & Program Bulletin
Human Services Early Childhood Care & Education certificate
Sept
Early Childhood Care & Education diploma
Sept
Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant / Community Support
1 yr full-time part-time available 7 mns - 3 yrs, full-& parttime
$3,427 $2,366
Sept
1 year
Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant/ Community Support, Indigenous Focus
Sept
1 yr full-time; part-time available
$3,805
Human Services diploma
Sept
1 year
$3,595
Social Service diploma
$3,495
Sept
2 years
$7,198
Aboriginal Leadership certificate
TBD
1.5 years
$4,419 approx
Indigenous Language Fluency certificate
Sept
1 year
$8,553
Employment Transition
Sept, Jan
1 year
$118-$235/ course
Employment Transition Grounds & Custodial Assistant
Sept, Jan
7 weeks
$3,200
Practical Academics for the Workplace
Sept, Jan
No required completion time
$1,155
Workplace Professionalism: Skills for Employment Retention
Sept, Jan
1 year
$1,177 approx
Indigenous Education
Eng 12 C or ESL 092 and ESL-095 C+ or English CRCR PA PAPA MW MW MW UC UCUC DI CVCV CR DIDI WIL WIL WILDO DO DO WC WC CV assessment; Requisite Skills & Abilities documentWC
CR CR PA PA PA MW MW MW UC UC UC DI CV CV CR DIDI WIL WIL WIL DO DO DO WC WC WC CV
ECCE certificate
Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; WC HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; HSW Letter of Intent Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; HSW LetterWC of Intent Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate or Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate, Indigenous WC Focus or equivalent HS certificate Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Form; HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; 300-wordWC HSW Letter of Intent
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Inside Front Cover: Timelapse of stars above Kennedy Lake, Kennedy Lake Provincial Park between Port Alberni and Tofino. Tamas-V at iStock Pages 3 -4: Sea kayaking in the Southern Gulf Islands. solarisimages at iStock Pages 6 -7: Hiking Mount Arrowsmith near Nanaimo. edb3_16 at iStock
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Apps 11, Fndtns 11) or Math B (AW 11, Workplace 11, MAT-033, Principles WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D 11, Pre-Calculus 11); Adv Guiding: completed medical forms
Trades & Technical
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess. Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess. WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; WC WC instructor interview Identified executive functioning challenge; attend interview & assess. with instructional team WC Admission to Dept of Accessible Learning Program; cognitive or mental health disabilities; instructorWC WC interview Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; WC WC instructor interview
CR PA WC MWCVUC CRDI Campbell PA MW UC CV West CV DI WIL PAWILWC MW DO CV UC DI WIL PAWC MW DOCV Alberni UCCR DIPA WIL MWDOPort UC Hardy DI WIL CR CR PA UC Ucluelet DI WIL DO DO WC CV Comox WC WC DO Icons: Valley RiverCR Port CoastMW Online or distance
Study Abroad
Internship
Carpentry Foundation Harmonized certificate Electrician Apprenticeship Harmonized Electrician Foundation Harmonized Furniture Design and Joinery certificate Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Harmonized
Feb
24 weeks
$2,056
Varies
10 wks/lvl
$976/lvl
Sept, Feb
24 weeks
$2,056
Oct
36 weeks
$3,084
Varies
6-7 wks/lvl $585-$683
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12 or ESL-062 & ESL-065; Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029) Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 11 or Com 12 C+; Math 11 C+ (Principles, Foundations, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D Pre-Calculus, MAT-053, MAT-055) Eng 10 C or Com 12 C+; Math C (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11)
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Metal Fabricator Foundation Harmonized
Oct
23 weeks
$1,713
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Plumbing & Piping Trades Foundation Harmonized
Feb
24 weeks
$2,399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065), Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Plumbing Apprenticeship Training
Varies
6-8 wks/lvl $585-$780
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Welder Apprenticeship Harmonized
Continuous 8-16 wks entry /lvl
$781-$976
Welding Levels B & A
Continuous B: 16 wks entry A: 8 wks
B: $1,371 A: $685
Level B: Completion of Level C or Fndtn, min work-based hrs Level A: Completion of Level B, min work-based hrs WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Welder Foundation Harmonized certificate
Continuous entry
$2,399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 & ESL-065), Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Resource Trades
Accessible Learning Options
This publication was made possible with support from Lee Simmons at www.islandlifephotographics.ca Other photographers include: Kim Stallknecht at www.stallknecht.com, Jessie Savage at www.savagephotography.com Front Cover: Hiker on beach. Scott Bell at scottbellvisuals.com
Tourism & Hospitality Management diploma (Options: 1-Adventuring Guiding, 2-Hospitality or Sustainable Tourism)
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C (Applications 11, Fndtns 11) or Math B (AW 11, Workplace CR CV PA MW CR PA UC MW UC DO DI WIL DI WIL D WC CV11, WC MAT-033) or completion of Principles 11 or Pre-Calculus 11
Construction
Health Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Vancouver Island University degree
LOCATION
Tourism & Hospitality TBD
Professional Cook (Culinary Arts)
Professional Potter Advanced diploma
ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CO-OP
PROGRAM
INTERN
LOCATION
STUDY ABROAD
ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CO-OP
TUITION
INTERN
LENGTH
STUDY ABROAD
START
ONLINE
PROGRAM
CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO Co-op
Tuition amounts shown as approximates. Some programs have full and part time options. All efforts are made to ensure information accuracy. Please note information may change without notice. The most up-to-date program information, including full admission requirements and curriculum details are available at www.nic.bc.ca
Aquaculture Technician certificate
Jan
4 months
$3,661
Aquaculture Technician diploma
TBD
1 year
$3,661
Aquaculture Technician certificate or equivalent
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 & ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029) Eng 12 C or Eng C+ (ESL-092 & ESL-095), or ENG 104; Math 11 C (Princip 11, Pre-Calc 11, Apps 12, MAT-053) WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D or Math C+ (Fndtins 11, MAT-055)
Coastal Forest Worker certificate
Oct
4.5 months
$4,692
Coastal Forest Technology diploma
Oct
2 years
$13,189
Hatchery Operations certificate
TBD
4 months
TBD
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Shellfish Aquaculture Technician certificate
TBD
4 months
TBD
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S)
Oct
40 weeks
3084
Eng 11 or Com 12 C+ ; Math C+ (Principles 10, Applications 11, AW WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D 11, Workplace 11, Foundations 11, MAT-034)
Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized certificate
Oct
30 weeks
2399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12 or ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Heavy Duty Apprenticeship Training
Varies
Transportation
Heavy Mechanical Foundation
Oct
6-10 wks/lvl $393-$979 "6 weeks
$3,808
Applicants must be ITA registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Culinary Arts Prep Cook certificate
START
LENGTH
TUITION
Varies
Culinary Business Operations diploma
Sept
Culinary Business Operations Advanced diploma
Sept
Must meet funding criteria WC NIC Culinary Arts program assessment. FoodSafe 6-28 wks/lvl $685-$2,399 WC Level 1 Eng 10 C or C+ (Comms 12, ESL-062 and ESL065), Math C (Principles 10, AW 10, Workplace 10, 12 months $5,294 Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, App 11, MAT-029),WC FoodSafe 1, NIC Culinary Arts assessment Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+; Math C (Principles 24 months $10,020 11, Pre-calculus 11, MAT-053, App 12) or Math C+ (FoundaWC tions 11, MAT-055), FoodSafe 1 14 weeks
Tuition-free
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Adventure Guiding certificate
Sept
1 year
$9,508
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; Math C+ (Principles 10, Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, AW 11, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D Workplace 11, MAT-033); completed medical forms
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$2,927
Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or CWC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT-053, MAT-055)
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced diploma
Sept, Jan
2 years
$3,053/ avg per yr
Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or ESL092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT-053, MAT-055)
Tourism & Hospitality Management certificate
Sept, Jan
1 year
$3,125
Sept
2 years
1: $15,392 2: $6,905 3: $7,055
Cabinetmaker (Joiner) Apprenticeship
Varies
6 weeks
$585/lvl
Carpentry Apprenticeship Harmonized
Varies
7 wks/lvl
$683/lvl
DIGITAL Design + Development Advanced Digital Design & Development diploma
Sept
3 years
$9,255
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Communication Design diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Mobile Application Development certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,082
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Web & Mobile Application Development diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Web Design Fundamentals certificate
Sept
1 year
$3,082
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+
Fine Arts diploma
Sept
2 years
$6,170
Professional Photography certificate
Sept
10 months
$8,246
WC WC WC WC WC
CV CV CV CV CV
CR CR CR CR CR
PA PA PA PA PA
MW MW MW MW MW
UC UC UC UC UC
DI DI DI DI DI
WIL WIL WIL WIL WIL
DO DO DO DO DO
Fine Arts
Health Care Assistant certificate
Practical Nursing diploma
TBD
4 months
$10,555
Sept
4 years
CV: Aug, Oct, Jan CV: 7 mnths, PA: Sept PA: 1 year CR: Sept, Feb Sept
2 years
$15,882
$3,086
$11,093
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO portfolio of works; written statement Eng 11 C; portfolio of photography; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 300-word statement of expectations Portfolio of recent ceramic work; Visual Art & Design diploma with focus in ceramics; WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO 300-word letter of intent Gr 12 with Bio 12 or Anat & Physi or BIO-060/Bio-110 C+, Che 11 or CHE-051 C+; Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL095 C+; Math C+ (Principles 11, App 12, Pre-CalculusWC 11 CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO or Fndts 12 or MAT-053) Eng 11 C+; completed HCA Intake Package
CRCR PA PAPA MW MW MW UC UCUC DI CVCV CR DIDI WIL WIL WILDO DO DO WC WC WC CV
Gr 12 with Math 11 C (Foundations 11, Pre-calculus 11); Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+; Anatomy & Physiology 12 or Bio 12 or BIO-060 C min; BIO-159 C+ min; Declaration CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO WC WC CV of Eng. Lang. Competency; Requisite Skills & Abilities & Program Bulletin
Human Services Early Childhood Care & Education certificate
Sept
Early Childhood Care & Education diploma
Sept
Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant / Community Support
1 yr full-time part-time available 7 mns - 3 yrs, full-& parttime
$3,427 $2,366
Sept
1 year
Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant/ Community Support, Indigenous Focus
Sept
1 yr full-time; part-time available
$3,805
Human Services diploma
Sept
1 year
$3,595
Social Service diploma
$3,495
Sept
2 years
$7,198
Aboriginal Leadership certificate
TBD
1.5 years
$4,419 approx
Indigenous Language Fluency certificate
Sept
1 year
$8,553
Employment Transition
Sept, Jan
1 year
$118-$235/ course
Employment Transition Grounds & Custodial Assistant
Sept, Jan
7 weeks
$3,200
Practical Academics for the Workplace
Sept, Jan
No required completion time
$1,155
Workplace Professionalism: Skills for Employment Retention
Sept, Jan
1 year
$1,177 approx
Indigenous Education
Eng 12 C or ESL 092 and ESL-095 C+ or English CRCR PA PAPA MW MW MW UC UCUC DI CVCV CR DIDI WIL WIL WILDO DO DO WC WC CV assessment; Requisite Skills & Abilities documentWC
CR CR PA PA PA MW MW MW UC UC UC DI CV CV CR DIDI WIL WIL WIL DO DO DO WC WC WC CV
ECCE certificate
Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; WC HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; HSW Letter of Intent Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; HSW LetterWC of Intent Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate or Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate, Indigenous WC Focus or equivalent HS certificate Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; 20 hrs volunteer work; HSW Pro Ref Form; HS Requisite Skills & Abilities document; 300-wordWC HSW Letter of Intent
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Inside Front Cover: Timelapse of stars above Kennedy Lake, Kennedy Lake Provincial Park between Port Alberni and Tofino. Tamas-V at iStock Pages 3 -4: Sea kayaking in the Southern Gulf Islands. solarisimages at iStock Pages 6 -7: Hiking Mount Arrowsmith near Nanaimo. edb3_16 at iStock
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 and ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C+ (Apps 11, Fndtns 11) or Math B (AW 11, Workplace 11, MAT-033, Principles WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D 11, Pre-Calculus 11); Adv Guiding: completed medical forms
Trades & Technical
CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess. Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess. WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; WC WC instructor interview Identified executive functioning challenge; attend interview & assess. with instructional team WC Admission to Dept of Accessible Learning Program; cognitive or mental health disabilities; instructorWC WC interview Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; WC WC instructor interview
CR PA WC MWCVUC CRDI Campbell PA MW UC CV West CV DI WIL PAWILWC MW DO CV UC DI WIL PAWC MW DOCV Alberni UCCR DIPA WIL MWDOPort UC Hardy DI WIL CR CR PA UC Ucluelet DI WIL DO DO WC CV Comox WC WC DO Icons: Valley RiverCR Port CoastMW Online or distance
Study Abroad
Internship
Carpentry Foundation Harmonized certificate Electrician Apprenticeship Harmonized Electrician Foundation Harmonized Furniture Design and Joinery certificate Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Harmonized
Feb
24 weeks
$2,056
Varies
10 wks/lvl
$976/lvl
Sept, Feb
24 weeks
$2,056
Oct
36 weeks
$3,084
Varies
6-7 wks/lvl $585-$683
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12 or ESL-062 & ESL-065; Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029) Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 11 or Com 12 C+; Math 11 C+ (Principles, Foundations, WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D Pre-Calculus, MAT-053, MAT-055) Eng 10 C or Com 12 C+; Math C (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11)
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Metal Fabricator Foundation Harmonized
Oct
23 weeks
$1,713
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Plumbing & Piping Trades Foundation Harmonized
Feb
24 weeks
$2,399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065), Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Plumbing Apprenticeship Training
Varies
6-8 wks/lvl $585-$780
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Welder Apprenticeship Harmonized
Continuous 8-16 wks entry /lvl
$781-$976
Welding Levels B & A
Continuous B: 16 wks entry A: 8 wks
B: $1,371 A: $685
Level B: Completion of Level C or Fndtn, min work-based hrs Level A: Completion of Level B, min work-based hrs WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Welder Foundation Harmonized certificate
Continuous entry
$2,399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 & ESL-065), Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Resource Trades
Accessible Learning Options
This publication was made possible with support from Lee Simmons at www.islandlifephotographics.ca Other photographers include: Kim Stallknecht at www.stallknecht.com, Jessie Savage at www.savagephotography.com Front Cover: Hiker on beach. Scott Bell at scottbellvisuals.com
Tourism & Hospitality Management diploma (Options: 1-Adventuring Guiding, 2-Hospitality or Sustainable Tourism)
Eng 12 C or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+ or Eng assess; Math C (Applications 11, Fndtns 11) or Math B (AW 11, Workplace CR CV PA MW CR PA UC MW UC DO DI WIL DI WIL D WC CV11, WC MAT-033) or completion of Principles 11 or Pre-Calculus 11
Construction
Health Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Vancouver Island University degree
LOCATION
Tourism & Hospitality TBD
Professional Cook (Culinary Arts)
Professional Potter Advanced diploma
ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CO-OP
PROGRAM
INTERN
LOCATION
STUDY ABROAD
ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CO-OP
TUITION
INTERN
LENGTH
STUDY ABROAD
START
ONLINE
PROGRAM
CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL DO CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO CR PA PA MW MW UC UC DI CV CV CR DI WIL WIL DO DO Co-op
Tuition amounts shown as approximates. Some programs have full and part time options. All efforts are made to ensure information accuracy. Please note information may change without notice. The most up-to-date program information, including full admission requirements and curriculum details are available at www.nic.bc.ca
Aquaculture Technician certificate
Jan
4 months
$3,661
Aquaculture Technician diploma
TBD
1 year
$3,661
Aquaculture Technician certificate or equivalent
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 & ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029) Eng 12 C or Eng C+ (ESL-092 & ESL-095), or ENG 104; Math 11 C (Princip 11, Pre-Calc 11, Apps 12, MAT-053) WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D or Math C+ (Fndtins 11, MAT-055)
Coastal Forest Worker certificate
Oct
4.5 months
$4,692
Coastal Forest Technology diploma
Oct
2 years
$13,189
Hatchery Operations certificate
TBD
4 months
TBD
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math 10 C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Shellfish Aquaculture Technician certificate
TBD
4 months
TBD
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S)
Oct
40 weeks
3084
Eng 11 or Com 12 C+ ; Math C+ (Principles 10, Applications 11, AW WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D 11, Workplace 11, Foundations 11, MAT-034)
Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized certificate
Oct
30 weeks
2399
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12 or ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
Heavy Duty Apprenticeship Training
Varies
Transportation
Heavy Mechanical Foundation
Oct
6-10 wks/lvl $393-$979 "6 weeks
$3,808
Applicants must be ITA registered apprentices
WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D
Eng 10 C or Eng C+ (Com 12, ESL-062 and ESL-065); Math C WC CV CR PA MW UC DI WIL D (Princip 10, AW 10, Wkpl 10, Fndtns & Pre-Calc 10, Apps 11, MAT-029)
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